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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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