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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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