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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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