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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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