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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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