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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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