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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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