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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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