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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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