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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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