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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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