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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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