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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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