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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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