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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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