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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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