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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. 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 schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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