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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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