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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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