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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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