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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology enable humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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