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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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