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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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