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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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