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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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