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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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