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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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