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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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