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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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