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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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