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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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