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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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