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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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