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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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