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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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