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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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