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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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