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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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