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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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