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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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