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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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