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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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