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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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