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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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