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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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