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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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