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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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