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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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