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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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