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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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