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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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