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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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