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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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