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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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