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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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