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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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