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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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