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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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