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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Andorra to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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