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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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