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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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