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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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