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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in e-learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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