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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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