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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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