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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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