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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to understand these open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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