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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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