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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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