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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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