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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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