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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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