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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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