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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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