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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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