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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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