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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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