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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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