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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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