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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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