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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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