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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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