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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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