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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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