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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews 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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