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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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