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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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