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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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