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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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