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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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