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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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