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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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