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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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