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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are empowering students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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