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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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