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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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