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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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