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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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