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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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