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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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