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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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