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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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