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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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