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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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