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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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