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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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