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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open education experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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