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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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