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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in elearning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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