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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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