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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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