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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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