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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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