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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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