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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education experiments. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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