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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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