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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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