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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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