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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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