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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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