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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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