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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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