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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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