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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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