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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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