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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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