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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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