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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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