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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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