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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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