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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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