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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better grasp these interesting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the 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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