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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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