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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to understand these new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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