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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses 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 teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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