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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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