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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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