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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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