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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic education technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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