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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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