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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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