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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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