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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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