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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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