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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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