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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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