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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses 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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