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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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