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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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