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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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