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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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