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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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