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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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