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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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