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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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