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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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