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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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