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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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