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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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