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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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