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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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