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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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