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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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