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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open education experiments. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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