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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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