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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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