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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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