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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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