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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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