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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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