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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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