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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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