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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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