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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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