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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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