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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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