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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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