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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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