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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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