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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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