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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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