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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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