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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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