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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning have empowered people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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