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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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