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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education