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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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