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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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