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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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