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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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