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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education 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 teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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