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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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