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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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