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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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