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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open educational experiments. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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