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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology enable people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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