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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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