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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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