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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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