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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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