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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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