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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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