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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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