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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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