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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational undertakings. People want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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