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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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