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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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