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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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