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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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