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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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