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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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