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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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