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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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