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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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