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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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