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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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