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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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