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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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