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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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