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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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