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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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