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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to understand these new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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