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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also researches the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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