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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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