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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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