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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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