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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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