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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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