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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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