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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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