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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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