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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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