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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp these open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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