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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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