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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in online learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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