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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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