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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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