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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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