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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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