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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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