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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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