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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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