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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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