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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online education are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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