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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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