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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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