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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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