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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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