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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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