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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational experiments. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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