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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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