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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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