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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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