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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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