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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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