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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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