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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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