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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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