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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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