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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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