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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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