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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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