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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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