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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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