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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in e-learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Belarus to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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