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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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