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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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