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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning enable humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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