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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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