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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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