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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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