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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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