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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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