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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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