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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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