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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Anguilla to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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