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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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