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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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