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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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