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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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