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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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