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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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