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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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