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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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