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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greece to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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