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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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