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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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