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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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