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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also considers 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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