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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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