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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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