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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Reddit to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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