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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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