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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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