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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology are enabling students all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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