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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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