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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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