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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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