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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the major 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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