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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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