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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning make it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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