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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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