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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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