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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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