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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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