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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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