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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better perceive these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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