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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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