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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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