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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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