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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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