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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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