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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic educational technology enable students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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