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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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