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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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