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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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