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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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