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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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