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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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