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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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