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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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