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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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