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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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