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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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