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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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