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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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