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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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