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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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