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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Anguilla to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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