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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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