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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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