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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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