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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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