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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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