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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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