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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these significant new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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