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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online education have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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