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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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