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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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