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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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