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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Google+ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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