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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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