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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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