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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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