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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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