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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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