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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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