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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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