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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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