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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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