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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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