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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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