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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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