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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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