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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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