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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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