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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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