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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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