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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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