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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning are empowering students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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