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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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