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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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