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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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