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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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