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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online education technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also researches the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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