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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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