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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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