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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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