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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to understand these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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