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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand these open educational endeavours. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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