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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational experiments. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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