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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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