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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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