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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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