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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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