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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 (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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