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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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