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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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