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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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