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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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