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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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