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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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