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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these open education ventures. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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