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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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