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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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