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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Egypt to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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