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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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