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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning have enabled students all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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