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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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