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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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