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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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