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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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