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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the thrilling 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 exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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