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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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