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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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