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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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