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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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