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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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