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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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