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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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