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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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