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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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