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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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