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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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