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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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