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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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