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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education experiments. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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