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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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