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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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