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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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