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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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