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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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