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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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