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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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