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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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