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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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