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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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