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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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