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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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