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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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