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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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