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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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