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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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