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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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