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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are empowering students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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