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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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