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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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