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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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