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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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