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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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