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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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