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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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