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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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