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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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