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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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