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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also analyzes 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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