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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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