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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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