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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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