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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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