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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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