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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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