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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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