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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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