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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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