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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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