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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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