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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive 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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