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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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