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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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