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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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