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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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