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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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