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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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