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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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