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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning are empowering learners all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Comoros to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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