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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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