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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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