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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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