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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire 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 gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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