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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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