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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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