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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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