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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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