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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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