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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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