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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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