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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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