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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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