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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping 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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