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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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