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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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