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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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