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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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