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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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