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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about 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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