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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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 procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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