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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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