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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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