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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology enable humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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