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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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