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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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