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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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