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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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