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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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