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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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