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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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