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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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