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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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