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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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