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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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