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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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