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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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