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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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