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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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