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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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