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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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