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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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