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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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