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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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