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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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