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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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