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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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