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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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