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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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