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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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