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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning are empowering students all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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