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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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