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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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