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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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