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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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