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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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